What time is your Sunday worship service and when should I arrive?▼

We offer a traditional worship service that starts at 10:00 AM and generally lasts about an hour. You should plan on arriving about 10-15 minutes before service starts to get a bulletin and find a place to sit. This will also allow you some time to ask questions you may have, meet people from the congregation, and to see where things are in the church building.

What is an average attendance for a Sunday service?▼

We average about 150 per Sunday service.

Do I have to belong to your denomination to attend and participate in church activities?▼

Not at all! You can belong to any denomination and even be a current and active member of another church. We believe that all churches and denominations are a part of the Body of Christ and celebrate unity in worship. As a visitor you are welcome to attend Sunday School classes and the worship service, but you can also join a group, a department, the choir, and attend any activities we are holding including special outings, lunches or dinners. We welcome all who believe in and seek to follow Christ to join us. Even if you belong to another denomination or even if you are a current and active member of another church.

Will I be made to stand up, introduce myself, or be singled out in any way as a visitor?▼

No. We respect your privacy and your desire to worship with us at your own comfort level. We won't call on you from the pews, or ask you to introduce yourself in front of the congregation.

Do I have to dress up to attend your worship service?▼

No, dressing up is not a requirement to worship with us but we would ask you to keep it appropriate. Some wear their "Sunday Best" while others come in business casual or even casual. We believe the most important part about Sunday morning is showing up, being comfortable, and being ready to worship God.

Note: The temperature in the Sanctuary does fluctuate so you may want to bring a light jacket or sweater with you if you get cold.

Are there certain things I would be expected to say or do at certain times during the service?▼

We like to involve everyone in our worship services with prayers, responses, and singing. Everything you would need to participate will be presented on a projector screen at the front of the Sanctuary or in the bulletin. There are times when we stand (as we are able) for short periods and for hymns that we sing. Hymns are sung in a variety of ways; the congregation alone, the choir alone, and the congregation and choir together. We'll have bulletins with all the information marked. We have the words for the songs on a projector screen at the front of the sanctuary and in the hymnals.

Does Fairview provide nursery care?▼

Yes! Nursery care is available during Sunday School and worship services for infants and children up to age five. Care starts at 9:00 AM and lasts through Koffee Klatch. The nursery is located down the hall across from Fellowship Hall on the north side of the building. Our nursery has 3 cribs and toys and is run by staff attendants each Sunday morning.

What is Fairview's stance on children and visitors partaking in Communion?▼

We believe Communion is an open celebration of God's grace and offer it each time we worship. All believers are encouraged to partake and celebrate during worship as their personal beliefs allow. This includes children and visitors.

How does Fairview partake in Communion?▼

Communion is usually passed through the congregation by the deacons and served in the pews. We serve grape juice and wafers. As the tray is being passed to you, take the bread and the cup. You may either partake in the cup immediately and place the empty cup back in the tray before passing it to the next person, or hold onto it and partake after you say a small prayer. We have slots in the pew racks for empty cups when you are done.

What exactly is Koffee Klatch?▼

It is an opportunity for everyone to get together for light refreshments and conversation. This is a great time to get to know both our members and our visitors. Our refreshments usually include coffee, punch, and cookies. Once a month we also have a Donut Sunday.

What kind of outreach is the church involved in?▼

Fairview Christian Church is active in a variety of community ministries, both local and around the world.

Some of our local ministries include the Clay County Clothes Closet, the Metropolitan Lutheran Ministry (MLM), Micah Ministries, and the Northland Christmas Store.

Our global outreach is also an active part of our church. We help with a number of ministries around the world including Christmas Shoebox, Festival of Sharing, Shoes for Orphan Souls, and we sponsor a child in India.